Kia Carens Premium Price in Nepal
The Kia Carens Premium costs Rs. 48.90 Lakh ex-showroom in Nepal (last updated 21 Sep 2026). It has a 1482cc petrol engine and a claimed 15.7 kmpl ARAI mileage.
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Rs. 48.90 Lakh
Monthly EMI
Rs. 62,339
/month · 5yr @ 10%
Rs. 19,56,000
Kia Carens Premium
Rs. 48.90 Lakh
Kia Carens Key Specifications
Engine
1482 cc
Power
158 bhp (160 PS)
Mileage
15.7 kmpl (ARAI)
Fuel Type
Petrol
Torque
253 Nm
0-100 km/h
9.9s
Transmission
7-Speed DCT
Drive Type
FWD
Seats
7 Seats
Our verdict
Fair
Score 6.0 out of 10
The Carens Premium brings 158 bhp and a 2780 mm wheelbase to the Rs. 48.90 lakh price, offering more power than any peer and true 7-seat space.
Read the full Kia Carens reviewKia Carens Premium Price & Specifications in Nepal
The Kia Carens Premium price in Nepal is Rs. 48.90 Lakh as of 2026, sitting in the 7-seater mpv segment. This trim runs a 1482cc petrol engine, 15.7 kmpl ARAI claimed mileage, 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT.
Kia delivers the Kia Carens through authorised dealers in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Chitwan, with typical EMI from approximately Rs. 62,339 per month over a 5-year tenure at 10% interest with 40% down (60% loan-to-value). Compare the Kia Carens Premium against its 1 sibling trim using the variants table on this page.
| Engine | 1482cc petrol |
|---|---|
| Power | 158 bhp (160 PS) |
| Torque | 253 Nm |
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT · FWD |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 sec |
| Mileage | 15.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Annual Road Tax | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati, FY 2083/84) |
| Length | 4640 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1708 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg |
| Seating | 7-seater mpv |
| Fuel Tank | 45 L |
| Boot Space | 216 L |
Key features of the Kia Carens in Nepal: ABS (ABS with EBD), autonomous emergency braking, 6 airbags, ambient lighting, automatic headlamps, auto hold, blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera, climate control (Dual-zone automatic climate control), connected-car tech, smartphone connectivity (Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB), cruise control (Cruise control), selectable drive modes (Eco / Normal / Sport), electronic parking brake, ventilated seats, hill-hold assist, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, keyless entry, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert, sunroof, tyre-pressure monitoring, wireless phone charging, rain-sensing wipers, Bluetooth connectivity, TFT instrument display.
Pros
- 158 bhp from 1482 cc engine is stronger than all peers, even the 138 bhp MG Astor
- Seven seats with 2780 mm wheelbase, more spacious than compact SUVs at this price
- 10.25-inch screen, wireless charging, 64-color ambient lighting and Bose 8-speaker system
- 195 mm ground clearance handles most Nepal roads, better than the 174 mm Lodgy
- 7-speed DCT or 6-speed iMT offers gearbox choice, rare in this segment
- 3-star Global NCAP with 6 airbags, ESC, ISOFIX and Kia Connect app
Cons
- Rs. 48.90 lakh is higher than Nexon (Rs. 48.49 lakh) and Lodgy (Rs. 48.24 lakh)
- 15.7 kmpl ARAI mileage costs more to run than smaller SUVs with petrol at Rs. 160-170 per litre
- Kia brand reputation is weaker in Nepal than Japanese rivals, service network is smaller
- 195 mm clearance lags behind Nexon (208 mm) and Astor (205 mm) for rough hill tracks
- 216 litre boot is modest for a 7-seater, luggage space drops with third row up
Kia Carens Specifications
Full technical specifications, compared across every variant.
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Key specs | ||
| Engine | 1482 cc | 1482 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage | 15.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 15.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Power | 158 bhp (160 PS) | 158 bhp (160 PS) |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 253 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9s | 9.9s |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DCT | 7-Speed DCT |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Seats | 7 Seats | 7 Seats |
| Performance & Engine | ||
| Displacement | 1482 cc | 1482 cc |
| Fuel System | Petrol / Diesel / CNG | Petrol / Diesel / CNG |
| Max Power | 158 bhp (160 PS) | 158 bhp (160 PS) |
| Max Torque | 253 Nm | 253 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 15.7 kmpl | 15.7 kmpl |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | ||
| Gearbox | 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT | 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT |
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1708 mm | 1708 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
| Capacities | ||
| Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 216 L | 216 L |
| Fuel Tank | 45 L | 45 L |
| Ownership Costs | ||
| Annual Road Tax | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) |
Key specs
Engine
Premium
Prestige
Fuel Type
Premium
Prestige
Mileage
Premium
Prestige
Power
Premium
Prestige
Torque
Premium
Prestige
0-100 km/h
Premium
Prestige
Transmission
Premium
Prestige
Drive Type
Premium
Prestige
Seats
Premium
Prestige
Performance & Engine
Displacement
Premium
Prestige
Fuel System
Premium
Prestige
Max Power
Premium
Prestige
Max Torque
Premium
Prestige
0-100 km/h
Premium
Prestige
Fuel Type
Premium
Prestige
Mileage (ARAI)
Premium
Prestige
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gearbox
Premium
Prestige
Drive Type
Premium
Prestige
Dimensions & Weight
Length
Premium
Prestige
Width
Premium
Prestige
Height
Premium
Prestige
Wheelbase
Premium
Prestige
Ground Clearance
Premium
Prestige
Kerb Weight
Premium
Prestige
Capacities
Seating Capacity
Premium
Prestige
Boot Space
Premium
Prestige
Fuel Tank
Premium
Prestige
Ownership Costs
Annual Road Tax
Premium
Prestige
Kia Carens Features
Features and equipment available on each variant.
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||
| NCAP Rating | 3 Stars (Adult) / 5 Stars (Child) | 3 Stars (Adult) / 5 Stars (Child) |
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| ABS / Stability | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| TPMS | Available | Available |
| ISOFIX | Available | Available |
| Hill Hold | Available | Available |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | ||
| Cruise Control | Cruise control | Cruise control |
| Emergency Braking (AEB) | Available | Available |
| Lane Assist | Available | Available |
| Blind Spot Detection | Available | Blind View Monitor (in cluster) |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Available | – |
| 360° Camera | Available | Available |
| Reverse Camera | Rear parking camera | Rear parking camera with dynamic guidelines |
| Parking Sensors | Rear parking sensors | Front + rear parking sensors |
| Auto Hold | Available | Available |
| Auto Headlamps | Available | Available |
| Comfort | ||
| Climate Control | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control with rear vents |
| Sunroof | Available | Single-pane sunroof |
| Heated/Ventilated Seats | Available | Ventilated front seats |
| Keyless Entry & Start | Available | Available |
| Drive Modes | Eco / Normal / Sport | Eco / Normal / Sport |
| Ambient Lighting | Available | Available |
| Electronic Parking Brake | Available | Available |
| Technology | ||
| Infotainment | 10.25-inch HD touchscreen | 10.25-inch HD touchscreen with navigation |
| Instrument Cluster | 4.2-inch colour MID with analogue dials | 10.25-inch full digital cluster |
| Connectivity | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | Available | Available |
| Sound System | 6-speaker audio | Bose 8-speaker premium audio |
| Connected Car Tech | Available | Available |
| Safety (other) | ||
| ESC (VSM) | Available | Available |
| Lighting | ||
| 64-color ambient lighting | Available | Available |
| Interior & Comfort | ||
| Smart Pure air purifier | Available | Available |
| Technology (other) | ||
| Kia Connect app | Available | Available |
Safety
NCAP Rating
Premium
Prestige
Airbags
Premium
Prestige
ABS / Stability
Premium
Prestige
TPMS
Premium
Prestige
ISOFIX
Premium
Prestige
Hill Hold
Premium
Prestige
Driver Assistance (ADAS)
Cruise Control
Premium
Prestige
Emergency Braking (AEB)
Premium
Prestige
Lane Assist
Premium
Prestige
Blind Spot Detection
Premium
Prestige
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Premium
Prestige
360° Camera
Premium
Prestige
Reverse Camera
Premium
Prestige
Parking Sensors
Premium
Prestige
Auto Hold
Premium
Prestige
Auto Headlamps
Premium
Prestige
Comfort
Climate Control
Premium
Prestige
Sunroof
Premium
Prestige
Heated/Ventilated Seats
Premium
Prestige
Keyless Entry & Start
Premium
Prestige
Drive Modes
Premium
Prestige
Ambient Lighting
Premium
Prestige
Electronic Parking Brake
Premium
Prestige
Technology
Infotainment
Premium
Prestige
Instrument Cluster
Premium
Prestige
Connectivity
Premium
Prestige
Wireless Charging
Premium
Prestige
Sound System
Premium
Prestige
Connected Car Tech
Premium
Prestige
Safety (other)
ESC (VSM)
Premium
Prestige
Lighting
64-color ambient lighting
Premium
Prestige
Interior & Comfort
Smart Pure air purifier
Premium
Prestige
Technology (other)
Kia Connect app
Premium
Prestige
Expert Analysis
Our verdict, ratings by area, and what stands out.
Fair
The Carens Premium brings 158 bhp and a 2780 mm wheelbase to the Rs. 48.90 lakh price, offering more power than any peer and true 7-seat space. It beats the 138 bhp Astor and dwarfs the 82 bhp Venue, with two gearbox options and decent kit. Yet running costs are higher than compact SUVs, ground clearance trails the Nexon and Astor, and Kia's Nepal service footprint is thin. The 3-star NCAP and 6 airbags are solid, but brand trust and resale remain question marks.
Buy if you need 7 seats and strong performance, but accept higher fuel bills and weaker service support than Japanese brands.
- Families needing 7 seats
- Buyers valuing power over economy
Ratings by area
- Performance8/10
- Efficiency6/10
- Comfort8/10
- Safety7/10
- Value6/10
- Brand & service4/10
Pros
- 158 bhp from 1482 cc engine is stronger than all peers, even the 138 bhp MG Astor
- Seven seats with 2780 mm wheelbase, more spacious than compact SUVs at this price
- 10.25-inch screen, wireless charging, 64-color ambient lighting and Bose 8-speaker system
- 195 mm ground clearance handles most Nepal roads, better than the 174 mm Lodgy
- 7-speed DCT or 6-speed iMT offers gearbox choice, rare in this segment
- 3-star Global NCAP with 6 airbags, ESC, ISOFIX and Kia Connect app
Cons
- Rs. 48.90 lakh is higher than Nexon (Rs. 48.49 lakh) and Lodgy (Rs. 48.24 lakh)
- 15.7 kmpl ARAI mileage costs more to run than smaller SUVs with petrol at Rs. 160-170 per litre
- Kia brand reputation is weaker in Nepal than Japanese rivals, service network is smaller
- 195 mm clearance lags behind Nexon (208 mm) and Astor (205 mm) for rough hill tracks
- 216 litre boot is modest for a 7-seater, luggage space drops with third row up
Reviewed by the EV News Nepal team
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